Fitting the custom cover highlighted the gaps created by angled panels and adjoining surfaces. This D-profile strip is part of the sealing and trim materials I purchased for the build.
I bought BISOTHAI White D-Profile Seal Strip as part of my camper van equipment.
Fitting the custom cover highlighted the gaps created by angled panels and adjoining surfaces. This D-profile strip is part of the sealing and trim materials I purchased for the build.
Comparing the Strip Cross-Section Around Adjoining Panels
I made the heater cover from a front panel and triangular side pieces.
I joined the pieces and fitted them around the angled seat platform.
My trim and sealing purchases also included an adhesive-backed hollow D-profile strip.
The cover and vent arrangement behind the passenger seat.My black composite cover panel during the heater-cover work.
My Takeaway from This Job
The panel work made the relationship between edges and adjoining surfaces visible. BISOTHAI and the first Frost King option use hollow D sections; the vinyl-foam alternative changes to a rectangular compressible section.
A hollow D profile and a rectangular foam strip have different sections.
Product Details And Van-Build Uses
Specification
Product Detail
Brand
BISOTHAI
Profile
Hollow D-section
Color
White
A white D-profile strip gives a closing edge a compressible contact line. Start by checking the gap with the part in its normal closed position, then mark a continuous route on a clean bonding face. Work around the hinge and latch positions rather than allowing the strip to interfere with either. Fit the ends to meet without a lump at the join. On a removable interior panel, keeping the seal attached to one face makes it easier to inspect and replace later.
Choose one clean mating face and follow the closing edge, leaving the hinge, latch and fastening points free to work.
Alternative products
Two Alternatives to Compare
Frost King's D-section strip offers a similar hollow-profile approach. Its vinyl-foam tape uses a rectangular foam section instead, changing the contact surface and compression shape.
Product
What distinguishes it
Purchase link
BISOTHAI White D-Profile Seal Strip
White hollow D-shaped rubber strip with adhesive backing
